Early Morning Frederica Fire Ruled Accidental

A 2-alarm house fire early Sunday morning in Frederica has been ruled accidental by the Delaware State Fire Marshal. Frederica firefighters were called around 3:30 for a blaze on Tidewater Court and found active fire on the outside of the home when they arrived at the scene. Investigation showed the fire began inside an exterior trash container that contained spent fireworks. The five residents and two dogs escaped safely. Damage is estimated at $5000.